Prevention of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Outbreaks In Athletes

Staphylococcus aureus (“staph” for short) is a common bacteria that resides in the nasal passages and on the skin of 20%-30% of healthy individuals. It is the most common cause of minor skin infections such as pimples and boils and is generally not treated with antibiotics. Staph infections that become resistant to antibiotics are

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